Taurus Academy

Taurus is an Austin-based company, but we grew up here and Mark and I graduated from UT. This is our home. Since 1994, Melanie and William McLeroy have been working with Austin-area dogs and families. The well-being of your dog is our top priority. We want to improve your dog's behavior and keep them safe. Our interest is in people and how they connect and teach each other. We offer a world-class education program. Our knowledgeable and friendly Pack Members at all six of our Central Austin locations can answer all of your questions about socialization and training. We start with puppy training and housebreaking and move into trail running. Natural dog behavior is the basis of our services. Dog owners and households (people, families, and other pets) can differ greatly. We believe that all dogs and owners are unique. Dogs are most happy when they have socialized with other dogs in their own family and home. Before you begin training, we evaluate every dog. Every dog is different, and what works for one dog may not for another. Our dog training toolbox, techniques, and teaching aids are the most gentle, positive, and effective available. We carefully balance love and limits. Training, especially learning to trust, is the foundation of our program. Taurus has a team of skilled Dog Trainers, meaning your dog is being trained at every minute they're with us. Every dog we work with has been deliberately chosen to maximize socialization and learning. Dogs require socialization to do well. Taurus's board and training problem do not require evaluation day. This is because we need to evaluate our dog before we teach them to play. Not all dogs are well-suited to play or understand the benefits of playing. We want your dog to enjoy Taurus as much as possible. To guarantee this, we recommend a full day of daycare and overnight boarding. Regular daycare is not enough. Your dog needs to stay overnight in a new environment to understand how much fun it can be.

Taurus Academy at Metric has received overwhelmingly positive reviews. Clients have consistently praised the trainers, particularly Jordan and Nikki, noting that they are intuitive, communicative, and patient. They care for the dogs with a high level of professionalism. Many pet owners claim that dogs have been profoundly influenced by their training at Taurus, especially those with behavioral problems. The dogs are more social, more thoughtful, and happier. Dog owners appreciate the high-quality pet boarding and daycare services. The staff members are incredible, and they genuinely care for the pets. Dogs are happy to be dropped off and are sad when they have to leave. The company also receives praise for its fantastic customer service. Many clients are grateful for the extra effort the staff put in to provide daily pictures and boarding reports. Taurus Academy offers an environment that values feedback and a caring pet community. The academy goes beyond business, creating a family atmosphere that is also beneficial for the pets. Taurus Academy is a well-rated dog training, boarding, and daycare service that prioritizes customer satisfaction.